Chicken Chow Mein (鸡肉炒面)

Chicken Chow Mein (鸡肉炒面)

Make the best tasting chicken chow mein that is even better than Chinese restaurant takeout using fresh ingredients and a rich sauce! This one pan dinner is loaded with tender juicy chicken, crunch colorful veggies, and springy noodles and brought together with an extra fragrant brown sauce.

Ingredients

  • Marinating
  • 1 boneless chicken breast

    thinly sliced, 6 oz / 225 g

  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine

    or dry sherry

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Sauce
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine

    or dry sherry

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

    *Footnote 1

  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

    or ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Stir fry
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil

    or vegetable oil

  • 4 cups shredded cabbage

    *Footnote 2

  • 2 cloves garlic

    finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon ginger

    minced

  • 10 oz fresh chow mein noodles

    or 6 oz dried chow mein noodles, 280 g

  • 2 small carrots

    julienned, yields 1 cup

  • 1 anaheim pepper or other hot pepper of your choice

    sliced, Optional

  • 4 green onions

    cut into 2” pieces, white part halved lengthwise, 5 cm

Directions

  1. 1

  2. 2

    Add the chicken along with the marinating ingredients into a medium-sized bowl. Mix well with your hands so the chicken is evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Combine all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and stir to mix well.

  4. 4

    Boil the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Rinse with tap water, drain, and set aside. Cook the noodles 1 minute less than the package recommends. If you use fresh chow mein noodles, you will only need to briefly dip the noodles in boiling water, 1 minute or so. Once done, drain the noodles thoroughly and set aside.

  5. 5

    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Spread the chicken in the pan with minimal overlap. Cook until the bottom turns slightly golden, 30 to 45 seconds. Flip to cook the other side until the chicken just turns white, 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer the chicken to a plate.

  6. 6

    Pour in the remaining 1 tablespoons of oil and the ginger, and garlic. Stir a few times to release the fragrance.

  7. 7

    Add the carrot and cabbage. Cook and stir until the veggies just start to turn soft, 1 minute or so. Add the noodles. Toss a few times with a pair of tongs. Add the cooked chicken. Pour the sauce over the ingredients. Toss with a pair of tongs to mix everything together.

  8. 8

    Add the pepper and the green onion. Toss well until the sauce is absorbed. Transfer everything to serving plates and serve hot as a main dish.

Chicken Chow Mein (鸡肉炒面)

Chicken Chow Mein (鸡肉炒面)

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About this Recipe

Craving the savory, satisfying taste of restaurant-quality chow mein right in your own kitchen? This Chicken Chow Mein recipe delivers all the authentic flavors you love, made even better with fresh ingredients and a rich, fragrant sauce, ensuring a delicious meal without the takeout wait.

What sets this Chicken Chow Mein (鸡肉炒面) apart is its masterful balance of textures and the depth of its 'extra fragrant brown sauce'. This one-pan dinner streamlines your cooking, bringing together perfectly tender, juicy chicken, vibrant, crunchy vegetables, and springy noodles into a harmonious dish.

Get ready for a truly satisfying meal that tantalizes your taste buds. You can expect tender, thinly sliced chicken enveloped in a savory brown sauce that boasts notes of Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, and a hint of sesame. This rich sauce perfectly coats the springy chow mein noodles, which mingle with crisp, shredded cabbage and sweet, julienned carrots. The addition of fresh ginger and garlic, along with optional spicy pepper, provides a beautiful aromatic kick, creating a dynamic flavor profile that's both comforting and exciting. It's a hearty dish that feels gourmet yet is simple to prepare.

This versatile recipe offers plenty of room for customization. For the protein, you can easily swap the boneless chicken breast for chicken thighs if you prefer. If Shaoxing wine isn't on hand, dry sherry makes an excellent substitute in both the marinade and the sauce. And for cooking oil, peanut oil can be replaced with any neutral vegetable oil. Feel free to adjust the heat level by choosing your preferred hot pepper, or omit it for a milder experience.

Perfect for a quick weeknight family dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this Chicken Chow Mein is a complete dish on its own, offering a delightful and satisfying experience that will impress.

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